Now Foods, Potassium Gluconate, 99 mg, 100 Tablets

Now Foods Potassium Gluconate – 99 mg of potassium from potassium gluconate in one tablet

Now Foods Potassium Gluconate is a food supplement with 99 mg of potassium in each tablet. The potassium comes from potassium gluconate – a compound of potassium and gluconic acid; according to NOW Foods, each tablet contains 619 mg of potassium gluconate. One tablet provides 5% of the nutrient reference value for potassium. The tablets are taken 1 to 5 times a day in separate servings, so the daily amount of potassium ranges from 99 to 495 mg. The bottle contains 100 tablets. The tablets contain no animal ingredients and, according to the manufacturer, are suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

What is potassium gluconate?

Potassium is a mineral found naturally in many foods, especially fruit and vegetables, potatoes, legumes, nuts and dairy products. Potassium gluconate is the potassium salt of gluconic acid, an organic acid obtained from glucose. It is a white, almost odourless substance that dissolves well in water. Potassium makes up about 16% of the mass of potassium gluconate, so 619 mg of potassium gluconate provides 99 mg of potassium. As the potassium content of one tablet is moderate, the daily amount can be spread over several meals. The tablet has a plant-based composition and contains only small amounts of excipients besides potassium gluconate.

How to use?

Take 1 tablet 1 to 5 times a day in separate servings. Take the tablet with food and drink at least 240 ml (8 fl oz), or about a glass, of water or another beverage with it. The maximum daily amount is 5 tablets, or 495 mg of potassium. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. If you also take other food supplements containing potassium, such as multivitamins or mineral blends, take their amounts into account. After opening, close the bottle tightly and store it in a cool, dry place.

Key features

• 99 mg potassium – in one tablet, 5% of the nutrient reference value.
• Potassium gluconate – 619 mg in each tablet according to NOW Foods.
• 1–5 tablets a day – in separate servings, with food and plenty of fluid.
• 100 tablets – per pack, daily amount 99–495 mg of potassium.
• Plant-based composition – suitable for vegans according to the manufacturer; halal, kosher and non-GMO.
• NOW Foods – a family-owned company since 1968, manufacturing under a GMP quality system.

Who is it for?

Now Foods Potassium Gluconate is intended for adults only who want to supplement their daily diet with potassium and prefer tablets with a moderate potassium content that can be divided over the day. The product contains no animal ingredients and, according to the manufacturer, is also suitable for vegans and vegetarians. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a physician before use. Also be sure to consult a physician if you are taking any medication – especially medication that may affect kidney function or blood potassium levels – or if you have a medical condition, especially a heart or kidney condition or diabetes. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients, quality and storage

Besides potassium gluconate, the tablet contains cellulose, stearic acid of vegetable origin, silica and magnesium stearate of vegetable origin. The product is made without wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish and tree nuts, but the same GMP facility also processes raw materials containing these allergens. According to the manufacturer, the product is non-GMO and halal and kosher certified. Country of origin: United States of America. NOW Foods is a family-owned company that has been making food supplements since 1968. Because of natural raw materials, the colour of the tablets may vary slightly. After opening, store the bottle in a cool, dry place and out of the reach of children.